president obama is shifting the blame. he's saying it's up to states and the state insurance commissioners to fix his problem, the massive problem that his signature law has created for millions of americans who are losing their health insurance. his attempt at another fix is quickly coming to a halt. just hours after the president's announcement, washington state insurance commissioner announced that he will not allow insurance companies to continue offering the canceled plans. quoting again, we will not be allowing insurance companies to extend their policies. i believe this is in the best interest of the health insurance market in washington, closed quote. it is clear, h.r. 3350 offers the only feasible lifeline to millions of americans who are crying out for our help. they want to keep their health care plan. it's our job, it's the job of the congress to protect the american people from the excesses of this administration, and i urge my colleagues to pass this rule so americans will have the opportunity to keep their h